The City of Middleburg Heights Department of Economic Development has again partnered with Polaris Career Center to present the Polaris Career Fair which will be held on Thursday April 16 at Polaris Career Center [7285 Old Oak Blvd. in Middleburg Heights] from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Over 75 employers, ready to hire, will be available to accept resumes and discuss available positions. This exceptional opportunity is being made available with the cooperation and support of Polaris Career Center, and is an example of how the City of Middleburg Heights is assisting the residents of the City and region find quality employment. The City of Middleburg Heights is committed to fostering the continued economic health of the City’s and region’s business community by ensuring the availability of workforce to facilitate growth opportunities for area businesses. Polaris Middleburg Heights Career Fair Flyer

On February 4, 2020, Middleburg Heights Recreation Department received a First Place Award of Excellence from the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA). This award represents the third time in the last four years that the city has received this award!

“Middleburg Heights Recreation represent the best of the best in parks and recreation in Ohio,” said OPRA Executive Director Woody Woodward. “Their programs and projects are changing the lives of people in their area and building a better community.”

Throughout the state, more than one hundred programs and projects were nominated and only eleven park and recreation agencies, including state parks, park districts, and urban, suburban, and rural cities were recognized with the highest First Place Award of Excellence.

Congratulations to the entire Middleburg Heights Recreation Department on leading the way in offering amazing programs in our city!

On December 2^nd, 2019, Middleburg Heights first responders made the difference between life and death for one very lucky resident.

After flu-like symptoms caused a resident to become extremely ill and faint, first responders arrived at the residents home to discover this was something much worse than the flu, but carbon monoxide poisoning from a leaking furnace leading to almost fatal results.

The Middleburg Heights first responders immediately jumped into action saving the woman’s life and pinpointing the location of the leak. The City is lucky to be protected by this immensely well-trained and knowledgeable team.

On January 14^th, 2020, Mayor Matthew Castelli and Fire Chief Briant Galgas honored dispatcher Laurie Fava, Lt. Tom Cramer and firefighter/paramedics Shawn Zerman and Matt Cole for the life-saving action they took that day.

A Carbon Monoxide detector can save your life and it is encouraged all residents are equipped with one or two operating detectors in their homes at all times.

Read more at www.cleveland.com

Ray Guttmann, a longtime council member and active resident of Middleburg Heights died peacefully on December 29^th, 2019 at 92 years old. He dedicated 36 years of his life as a distinguished Middleburg Heights councilman and council president from 1970-2017.

Mayor Matthew Castelli and City Council members observed a moment of silence before honoring Guttmann’s life at their January 14^th, 2020 meeting with Guttmann’s family in attendance. The City honored Guttmann’s service by gifting the family a special gavel to commemorate his dedication to the city he loved and a plaque of the city seal that will be affixed to Guttmann’s headstone.

"Ray Guttmann's legacy will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him," Castelli said. "He loved Middleburg Heights and serving the community. The way he was able to serve for so long … is really inspirational to all of us."

Read more about Ray Guttmann at www.cleveland.com

As we evolve to improve your experience at the Middleburg Heights Community Center, we are pleased to announce our 2020 Indoor Pool and Park Pavilion Renovations! The Community Center is approaching its 20 year anniversary and many of the features and equipment are original and long overdue for replacement. The indoor pool renovation will include a new play feature, HVAC system, plaster, skylights, painting, and slide rehab. The two existing park pavilions will be torn down and replaced with two new larger pavilions, sidewalk repairs, landscape beautification and other improvements with an anticipated completion date of June 2020. While we are excited to share this news, we realize there may be inconveniences to our members and guests and we apologize in advance. We are confident that these improvements will make your experiences with us even more pleasant, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding while we implement these upgrades. Work will begin sometime late summer on the indoor pool and we expect the indoor pool area will be closed for approximately three months (exact dates to come). During that time we will strive to keep the outdoor pool open and offer alternatives for you to swim. We are very excited for the end result of this work and thank you for your patience and understanding during this time of progress for your future enjoyment at the Middleburg Heights Community Center.

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program will be getting underway again this year starting the first week in February and ending the 15th of April, 2020. This IRS-supported FREE tax service is offered on a non-discriminatory basis without consideration of race, religion, gender, disability, or sexual orientation. We give special attention to those with low or moderate incomes and/or aged 60 and older. Taxpayers do NOT have to be retired or a member of AARP.

Tax-Aide sites in southwest Cuyahoga County are located at:

Middleburg Heights County Library (New Location), 16699 Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130.  Open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. To make an appointment go to the Middleburg Heights Library and complete sign-up book.

Strongsville Senior Center, 18100 Royalton Road, Strongsville, OH 44136. Open Mondays and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Call 440-580-3275 for an appointment.

Brook Park United Methodist Church, 6220 Smith Road, Brook Park, OH  44142.  Open Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Call 216-676-4738 Tuesdays through Fridays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for an appointment.

Parma Snow Road County Library, 2121 Snow Road, Parma, OH 44134.  Open Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.  To make an appointment go to the Snow Road Library and complete sign-up book.

Parma Library, 6996 Powers Blvd., Parma, OH 44129. Open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.  To make an appointment, go to the Parma Library and complete sign-up book.

North Royalton Library, 5071 Wallings Road, North Royalton, OH 44133. Open Wednesdays from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Call 440-582-6333 for an appointment.

Broadview Heights Human Services Department, 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, OH 44147.  Open Fridays from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Call 440-526-4074 for an appointment.

Brecksville Human Services Department. 2 Community Drive, Brecksville, OH  44141. Open Fridays from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM.  Call 440-526-2499 for an appointment.

This year, Middleburg Heights Animal Care and Control was fortunate to be chosen by the UPS Foundation as part of their donation program. The UPS Foundation focuses its efforts on environmental sustainability, volunteerism, community safety, and diversity and inclusion. All of which Animal Care and Control works to uphold every day while being the voice for animals in need.

On December 23^rd, 2019 UPS arrived at the Middleburg Heights Animal Kennel with their Santa sacks filled with items that were needed such as blankets, toys, and food for all the strays the kennel is currently home to. They also donated cleaning supplies for the volunteers who selflessly give their time to make sure each animal goes to a good home.

Middleburg Heights Animal Care and Control would like to thank those at UPS and the UPS Foundation for their generous act of kindness, we couldn’t feel more blessed!

If you would like to donate to the Middleburg Heights Animal Kennel please see this list or contact Animal Control Officer Laura Takacs.

On December 3, 2019, the Swearing-in Ceremony for Middleburg Heights City Council members was a wonderful event that showcased the successful, cohesive and passionate local government we enjoy in Middleburg Heights. City Council and Mayor Castelli have embraced the theme of “Middleburg Heights moving forward” to address challenges as well as to achieve the vision for a vibrant community. Under their leadership, Middleburg Heights will continue to be a community of choice for both residents and businesses.

The annual Tree Lighting marks the beginning of the holiday season in Middleburg Heights, and the 2019 Tree Lighting was the biggest and best ever! Over 1,400 guests enjoyed fantastic musical performances by Parkway Dance Centre and the Berea-Midpark Center Stage Show Choir. Santa was on hand to light the big tree with Mayor Castelli and City Council.

There was also balloon art, face painting, inflatables, games, crafts, photos with Santa, holiday cookies and refreshments, an indoor ice-skating rink, live reindeer and sled dogs, and spectacular carriage rides.

The entire event was free to the public and was sponsored by the City Club of Middleburg Heights and the City of Middleburg Heights. A great time was had by all with so much to do and enjoy at this wonderful community event.